{"id":310,"date":"2026-07-06T16:43:59","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T16:43:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whif.tech4fem.it\/whif-home\/"},"modified":"2026-11-09T12:21:47","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T12:21:47","slug":"whif-home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/whif.tech4fem.it\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"WHIF – Women’s Health Innovation Forum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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WOMEN’S HEALTH INNOVATION FORUM<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

ROME \u2022 10 NOVEMBER 2026<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The first national event<\/strong> entirely dedicated<\/strong> to innovation in women\u2019s health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A new collective space<\/strong> dedicated to those who imagine, builds and shapes the future of women\u2019s health. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An event created to bring together visions, data, experiences and innovation, with the aim of transforming the Women\u2019s Health Gap<\/em><\/strong> into a social, scientific and economic priority<\/strong> for the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 November 2026
Rome, Zest Hub – Via Marsala 29H (Termini station)<\/h4>\n\n\n\nRegister<\/a>\n\n\n\n

Participation is free, but places are limited.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The FemTech Observatory<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The event is launched on the occasion of the presentation of the FemTech Observatory\u2019s 2026 Survey<\/strong>, the annual report analyzing the state of the art, trends, investments, emerging technologies, and social impact of the FemTech ecosystem in Italy.

The 2026 Survey is a pivotal moment of the Forum, offering a comprehensive overview of:

\u2022 emerging trends and technologies
\u2022 investments and market dynamics
\u2022 unaddressed clinical and social needs
\u2022 the economic and cultural impact of FemTech in Italy<\/p>\n\n\n\nDiscover the FemTech Observatory<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A day dedicated to innovation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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10:30 Arrival and Networking<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11:20 Institutional Welcome Remarks<\/strong>
Pierpaola D\u2019Alessandro \u2013 Deputy Director General of Roma Capitale<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11:30 Reproductive health and innovation<\/strong>
Rethinking pathways, access and care<\/em><\/summary>\n

New models, technologies, and data are transforming reproductive health, from fertility to contraception and pregnancy. A dialogue between innovation and research to develop more accessible and personalized care pathways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaker
\u2022 Chiara Maffei – CEO & Founder Pecten Group<\/em>
\u2022 Elena Torghele – Co-Founder Armodonna<\/em>
\u2022 Gabriella Trapani – Marketing Communications Director Weda<\/em>
\u2022 Laura Ameyo Tosin Martins – Founder Fellows-Women who care<\/em>
\u2022 Katrin Reuter – CEO &<\/em> Founder trackle<\/em>

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12:15 Networking & Lunch Break<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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14:00 New frontiers in care<\/strong>
Research, technology and new approaches to health<\/em><\/summary>\n

From precision clinical nutrition to neurological rehabilitation: how research, technology, and entrepreneurship can turn clinical needs into innovative solutions and care pathways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaker
\u2022 Elena Paola Lanati – CEO LIONHEALTH<\/em>
\u2022 Federica Peci – CEO & Founder Cerebro<\/em>
\u2022 Sabrina Grillo – General Director UPMC Salvator Mundi International Hospital<\/em>

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14:20 Workplace FemTech<\/strong>
Women\u2019s health becomes a priority in the workplace<\/em><\/summary>\n

From menstrual and reproductive health to chronic conditions and menopause, this panel explores how to integrate women\u2019s health into workplace welfare, inclusion, and occupational health and safety strategies, also in light of the new ISO 45010 standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaker
\u2022 Eleonora La Monica – Co-Founder Free Like You<\/em>
\u2022 Manuela Peretti – Founder blog Manupausa<\/em>
\u2022 Camilla Caporali – Ph.D in Sociologia, Fondazione Rigel<\/em>
\u2022 Gennaro Palma – Managing Director HumanAIzation Consulting<\/em>

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15:00 Capital Connect<\/strong>
Funding FemTech: Startups and Investors in Dialogue<\/em><\/summary>\n

The FemTech sector is growing, but access to capital remains a key challenge. Founders, investors and stakeholders discuss the needs, obstacles, criteria for investment and opportunities to fund innovation in women\u2019s health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaker
\u2022 Barbara Castellano – Partner, Panakes Partners<\/em>
\u2022 Veronica Mariani – Business Angel & CEO, Premiaweb Holding<\/em>
\u2022 Dario Calogero – CEO & Founder, Maya Investments Ltd.<\/em>
\u2022 Camilla Speriani – Board Member, Semia Fondo delle donne<\/em>
\u2022 Vittoria Lizzi – CEO & Co-Founder, Resilia<\/em>
\u2022 Lara Ranzato – Co-Founder, MeggyCare<\/em>
\u2022 Michela Michilli – Responsabile ESA BIC LAZIO & Trasferimento Tecnologico, Lazio Innova<\/em>
\u2022 Elena Martelli – Portfolio Manager, Zest<\/em>

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16:15 Data that matters<\/strong>
To measure is to exist<\/em><\/summary>\n

Measuring means making the invisible visible, but data is not neutral. A conversation about the power of measurement, gender data gaps, and the biases that shape knowledge, decisions, and, ultimately, women\u2019s lives and health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaker
\u2022 Linda Laura Sabbadini – Pioneer in social statistics and in gender<\/em>
\u2022 Donata Columbro – Journalist, Data Humanizer<\/em>

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16:45 ART for a few<\/strong>
Exclusion as a hidden phenomenon<\/em><\/summary>\n

Who is excluded from assisted reproductive technology (ART) in Italy? Building on the PMA per tutte campaign, a comparison with other countries to highlight how the lack of data makes exclusion invisible and why measuring it is essential to developing evidence-based policies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaker
\u2022 Francesca Re – Lawyer, Associazione Luca Coscioni<\/em>
\u2022 Elena Andreoni – Researcher, Sociologist

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17:10 FemTech Observatory 2026 Presentation<\/strong>
The Results of the Italian FemTech Landscape Mapping
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18:00 Tech4Fem Awards 2026<\/strong>
Ceremony <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tech4Fem Awards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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We recognize innovation in women\u2019s health<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Tech4Fem Awards<\/strong> celebrate organizations transforming women’s health through a scientific, technological, and social approach.

These awards recognize innovation, data quality, sustainability, and real-world impact.

Winners will be chosen by a select jury and announced on stage at the WHIF.<\/p>\n\n\n\nApplications closed<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Categories<\/h6>\n\n\n\n
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Workplace FemTech<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Data-driven Innovation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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AI for Women’s Health<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tech4Fem Awards jury<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Angela Petraglia<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Lawyer Legal Tech<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Sofia Rioli<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

CEO & Co-Founder
Fair Place<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Giorgia Dominici<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Innovation Specialist
Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Giovanni DeCarli<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Co-Founder & Innovation manager
Sinkronie<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Claudia Ebm<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Adjunct Professor
Humanitas University<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Olivia Riccomi<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Committee Member
SIIAM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Paola Bello<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

EU Research and Project Consultant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Silvia Favulli<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Strategic Program Manager
SCAI<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Maria Elena Marras<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Brand Personality Designer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Capital Connect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Collaboration over Competition: Capital, Values, and Partnerships<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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A gathering of Founders and Capital Partners<\/strong> to build connections, share perspectives, and unlock new opportunities for collaboration.
Stepping away from traditional pitch competitions, Capital Connect<\/strong> was created to foster genuine dialogue between those building the future of Women\u2019s Health<\/em> and those positioned to champion its growth.
It is an opportunity to better understand mutual needs, expectations and visions, shaping a more conscious, inclusive, and long-term investment ecosystem together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Speakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Speakers list at the Women\u2019s Health Innovation Forum is constantly being updated. Find out who will be taking to the stage at WHIF! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Valeria Leuti<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Founder Tech4Fem
FemTech Observatory Director<\/p>\n\n\n\n